Saturday, November 16, 2024

Who’s hosting ‘SNL’ tonight? Musical guest, start time, where to watch Nov. 16 episode

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“Saturday Night Live” is set to air its seventh episode of Season 50 this weekend with its host pulling double duty as both emcee and musical guest.

This Saturday’s episode will be hosted by singer Charli XCX, marking her fist time ever as host on the long-running comedy show, according to NBC. The Grammy-nominated singer has previously appeared in two pre-tapedsketches on the long-time comedy show: “The Christmas Socks” (with actor Paul Rudd) and “Meatballs” (with actor Oscar Isaac).

Last weekend, comedian and actor Bill Burr hosted the show for his second time. Singer-songwriter Mk.gee was the musical guest.

Here’s what to know about the Nov. 16 show, including what time it airs and where to watch.

Charli XCX attends the H&M & London Event in London, Britain on Sept. 12, 2024.

Charli XCX attends the H&M & London Event in London, Britain on Sept. 12, 2024.

Who is the ‘SNL’ musical guest on Nov. 16?

British pop star Charli XCX will also serve as this weekend’s musical guest, marking her third time in the role on the show.

Released in June, the musician’s “Brat” album has taken the world by storm, with the bright “brat green” color ruling summer outfits and the “Apple Dance” taking over social media. The album was ranked No. 19 on the Billboard Top 200 chart on Thursday.

How to watch ‘SNL’ on Nov. 16?

The Nov. 16 “SNL” episode will be available to watch live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT. Viewers can also stream it the next day on Peacock.

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Who is in the Season 50 ‘SNL’ cast?

James Austin Johnson reprised his role as President-elect Donald Trump, who claimed victory last week. Bowen Yang has played the role of Vice President-elect JD Vance.

Former cast member Maya Rudolph also played the role ofVice President Kamala Harris in the lead-up to the November presidential election.

Season 50 returning cast members include:

  • Michael Che

  • Mikey Day

  • Andrew Dismukes

  • Chloe Fineman

  • Heidi Gardner

  • Marcello Hernández

  • James Austin Johnson

  • Colin Jost

  • Michael Longfellow

  • Ego Nwodim

  • Ashley Padilla

  • Sarah Sherman

  • Kenan Thompson

  • Devon Walker

  • Emil Wakim

  • Jane Wickline

  • Bowen Yang

New cast members this season are:

  • Ashley Padilla

  • Emil Wakim

  • Jane Wicklin

Contributing: Greta Cross

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Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: ‘SNL’ tonight: Host, time, musical guest, how to watch Charli XCX

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